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Statement on human suffering caused by the conflict in Sudan

The human suffering caused by the conflict in Sudan is unacceptable.

Norway stands firmly with the people of Sudan and their demand for peace

Norway appreciates the UK and the co-hosts for the London Sudan conference.

Norway has received eight more patients from Gaza

‘The health system in Gaza has collapsed, many clinics have been reduced to rubble and very little treatment is available. I am very pleased that Norway is able to help more patients from Gaza. So far, we have evacuated a total of 18 patients and 38

Joint statement: Norway and Mexico: A call for a coalition to defend multilateral cooperation

Enrique Ochoa, Under-Secretary for Multilateral Affairs and Human Rights of Mexico, and Andreas Motzfeld Kravik, State Secretary of Foreign Affairs of Norway met on 8 April 2025, in Mexico City, for consultations on multilateral issues.

Minister Aukrust’s remarks at an event on sexualised and gender-based violence in New York

In connection with the annual meeting of the UN Population Commission in New York, Norway organised a side event on sexualised and gender-based violence (SGBV) together with, among others, the UN Population Fund, UNFPA, the UN Children's Fund UNICEF

By Minister of International Development Åsmund Grøver Aukrust

Minister Aukrust’s remarks at the 58th session of the Commission on Population and Development (CPD)

The 58th session of the Commission on Population and Development (CPD) in the UN Headquarters in New York from 7 to 11 April 2025 focuses on ‘Ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all at all ages’.

Norway to increase support to Ukraine by NOK 50 billion

The Government has proposed a substantial increase in Norway’s military support to Ukraine in 2025, in line with the broad-based political agreement reached in the Storting.

Statement by Foreign Minister Eide on Hungary’s decision to withdraw from the ICC

'Hungary’s decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC) is deeply regrettable. In these turbulent geopolitical times, we need binding international cooperation and continued respect for the international legal order more than

Human rights, democracy, and the rule of law in Europe are crucial for Norway’s security

Today, the government presented a white paper to the parliament on Norway’s efforts to promote democracy, the rule of law, and human rights in Europe.

Meld. St. 18 (2024–2025) - When trouble strikes abroad

Meld. St. 18 (2024–2025) Report to the Storting (white paper)

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Meld. St. 20 (2024–2025) - Promoting democracy, rule of law and human rights in Europe

Meld. St. 20 (2024–2025) Report to the Storting (white paper)

Three decades ago, we experienced a strengthening of democratic values and multilateral co-operation. Today, the situation is starkly different. Globalisation has stalled amidst rising great power rivalry and deepening polarisation. We are

Statement by Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide on attacks on humanitarian workers in Gaza

Norway strongly condemns the attacks on humanitarian workers in Gaza.

Statement by Foreign Minister Eide on Finland considering withdrawal from the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention

'I regret Finland’s intention to withdraw from the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention', said Minister of Foreign Affairs Espen Barth Eide.

Statement on the Situation in Myanmar

I am deeply concerned about the humanitarian situation in Myanmar. The earthquake that struck on Friday is a crisis on top of an already critical humanitarian situation says Minister of International Development Åsmund Aukrust.

Norway to provide NOK 3 billion in humanitarian support to Ukraine

The humanitarian consequences of Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine are severe and the need for assistance is enormous. In light of this, the Norwegian Government has decided to provide a total of NOK 3 billion in humanitarian support to

Norwegian-funded solar panels to provide life-saving electricity in Ukraine

Norway is providing funding for 13 solar installations in the war-torn city of Kharkiv in Ukraine. This will secure a stable power supply for eight hospitals and five schools. ‘This is absolutely critical for saving lives,’ said Minister of Foreign

Norway providing funding to secure energy supplies in Ukraine

Three years of full-scale war and Russian attacks have severely damaged Ukraine’s gas infrastructure. Norway is providing an additional NOK 1 billion in funding for gas imports to Ukraine to ensure an adequate gas supply for the general population,

Norway supports North Macedonia with air evacuation

Yesterday Norwegian Armed Forces evacuated 7 patients from North Macedonia to Spain. The patients are injured from a fire at a nightclub on March 16, where many died and several were injured. The evacuation helps to relieve the healthcare system in

'We condemn Israel’s resumption of hostilities in Gaza'

'We condemn Israel’s resumption of hostilities in Gaza, where several hundred are reported to have been killed since Tuesday, according to local authorities. On Wednesday, at least one UN staff member was also killed, and several others seriously

Statement by Foreign Minister Eide on Latvia, Estonia, Lithuania, and Poland considering withdrawal from the International Convention on Anti-Personnel mines

'We are concerned by the news that Latvia, Estonia, Lithuania, and Poland are now considering withdrawing from the Anti-Personell Mine Ban Convention. Despite the current security environment, these weapons have no place in modern warfare,' said